Short answer: Appreciated, not expected. Tipping in the Czech Republic is voluntary and mainly expected for table service, where rounding up or about 10% is normal for good service. The local habit is to tell the server the total you want to pay rather than leaving coins on the table.
Is service included?
Service charges are not a standard part of Czech bills. Tips are voluntary, and adding a tip to the bill without telling the customer breaks Czech consumer rules; the Czech Trade Inspection Authority says any cover charge must be made known to you in advance.
How much to tip in the Czech Republic
| Who | Usual tip | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurants (sit-down) | 10% | Round up or leave about 10% for good service; some guides say 10 to 15%, so it varies. |
| Cafes and bars | Round up | Round up or drop change in the tip jar; tipping is not expected for counter service or takeaway. |
| Taxis and rideshare | Round up | Not required; round up for extra help such as luggage. |
| Hotel housekeeping | 50 to 100 Kč per day | Optional. |
| Hotel porters | 20 to 50 Kč per bag | Optional. |
| Tour guides | 100 to 250 Kč per person | Free walking tours rely on tips; about 10% for a private tour. |
| Hairdressers and spas | Round up or about 10% | Welcome, especially for the person who washes your hair. |
| Food delivery | Optional | No firm custom; round up or tip in the app if you like. |
Amounts are in the local currency (CZK). They are common customs, not rules: tip more for great service and less where it was poor.
How to tip
When the server brings the bill, say the total you want to pay including the tip, or write it on the bill. Many card terminals now show tip options, including 0%. Some people still leave a cash tip because card tips can be pooled or reach staff later.
What to avoid
Do not tip in government offices or on public transport, where it can look like a bribe, and check your bill for any tip added without your agreement.
Work out a tip
The tip calculator is set to the Czech Republic and the local currency: enter the bill, pick a percentage and split it between the table.
Tipping with no cash
When you have no local cash, ask whether a tip can go on the card. More and more guides, drivers and performers show a QR code instead: point your phone camera at it and you can tip by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay without installing anything. Workers in the Czech Republic can read how QR code tipping works in the Czech Republic.
Street performers
Tipping a busker is always optional. If you enjoy the show, a coin or a note in the case is the custom, and more performers now show a QR code so you can tip by card. Rules for buskers by city:
Sources
- Czech Trade Inspection Authority: Information for ice hockey fans
- Expats.cz: Digital tipping is spreading in Czechia
- Expats.cz: Tipping etiquette in the Czech Republic revisited
- View from Prague: Tipping etiquette in Prague and the Czech Republic
Checked in October 2026 against the sources above. Customs change and vary between cities and venues.
Common questions
Is tipping expected in the Czech Republic?
Appreciated, not expected. Tipping in the Czech Republic is voluntary and mainly expected for table service, where rounding up or about 10% is normal for good service. The local habit is to tell the server the total you want to pay rather than leaving coins on the table.
How much should you tip at a restaurant in the Czech Republic?
10%. Round up or leave about 10% for good service; some guides say 10 to 15%, so it varies.
Is a service charge added to the bill in the Czech Republic?
Service charges are not a standard part of Czech bills. Tips are voluntary, and adding a tip to the bill without telling the customer breaks Czech consumer rules; the Czech Trade Inspection Authority says any cover charge must be made known to you in advance.
Do you tip taxi drivers in the Czech Republic?
Round up.
How much do you tip hotel housekeeping in the Czech Republic?
50 to 100 Kč per day.
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